2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 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 2007 Volvo S80. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2435 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 | 2750 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 | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |