2010 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW X6 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X6 | S80 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 480 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 779 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |