2011 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
