2006 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 BMW 750.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 750 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
