2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
