2012 Volvo XC70 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC70 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC70 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
