2006 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2006 BMW 525 and 2006 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (312 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
