2012 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2012 BMW X6 and 2012 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP) has 441 more horse power than 2012 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 964 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30. 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 2012 Volvo C30. 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 (677 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X6 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
