2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 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 | 2070 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |