2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2009 BMW 545.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2009 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC70 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
