2005 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
