2009 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
