2007 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V70 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | V70 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
