2006 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (312 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. 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, 2006 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo XC90 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC90 | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2188 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
