2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 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 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
