2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc, 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
