2007 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 760 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |