2008 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (105 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2008 Volvo XC90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo XC90 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC90 | 650 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1982 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
