2006 BMW X3 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 440. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Volvo 440. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X3 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
