2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Alpina | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |