2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
