2008 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 750. 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 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 750 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |