2012 BMW X6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 869 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
