2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2524 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |