2009 Volvo XC70 vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Volvo XC70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo XC70.
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 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC70 | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC70 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
