2007 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 750 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2519 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 |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
