2006 Volvo XC90 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90. 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 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo XC90 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC90 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2198 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
