2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 54 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Alpina | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
