2009 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90. 2009 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M6 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 M6 | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
