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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5.
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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
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 | 2979 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |