2008 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 BMW 118 and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 642 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 118 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1982 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
