2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V50. 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 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |