2011 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X3 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
