2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |