2007 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 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 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
