2009 BMW 125 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 125 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
