2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC90. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
