2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X3 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
