2009 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 730.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
