2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 2002 BMW Z8
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2002 BMW Z8.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2002 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60. 2012 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volvo XC60 | 2002 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | XC60 | Z8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |