2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC90 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | XC90 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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 | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
