2008 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 740 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 740 | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
