2009 BMW 135 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2009 BMW 135 and 2009 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 135 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
