2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC70. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo XC70 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X5 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 68 L |