2006 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
