2010 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW X3 and 2012 Volvo XC60 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2012 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW X3 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X3 | XC60 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |