2007 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 BMW X5 and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (177 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. 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 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |