2007 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 650.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 650 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |