2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC60 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
