2009 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
