2008 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 571 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
