2011 BMW X6 vs. 2010 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2010 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C70. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW X6 | 2010 Volvo C70 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | X6 | C70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |