Volvo XC90 2015 vs BMW X5 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 231 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds | |
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BMW X5 is a more dynamic driving. Volvo XC90 engine produces 41 HP less power than BMW X5, whereas torque is 100 NM less than BMW X5. Due to the lower power, Volvo XC90 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 | 5.6 | |
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The Volvo XC90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo XC90 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW X5, which means that by driving the Volvo XC90 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 71 litres | 85 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1360 km in combined cycle | 1510 km in combined cycle | |
| 1440 km on highway | 1510 km on highway | ||
| BMW X5 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | |
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BMW X5 2013: xDrive, based on an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the front-wheel drive (60% of the traction goes to the rear axle) | |||
| Ground clearance: | 238 mm (9.4 inches) | 209 mm (8.2 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC90 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo XC90 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from twelve 4x4 versions of Volvo XC90 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 330'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo XC90 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 12 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo V40, Volvo XC60, Volvo V60, Volvo XC40 | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 3 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW 2 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Volvo XC90 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The BMW X5 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Volvo XC90 2015 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo XC90 2015 2.0 engine BMW X5 2015 2.0 engine: Pretty reliable engine with great durability. Overall, the chains are more reliable than on BMW N-series engines. However, they do tend to stretch under heavy use. The engine needs good quality fuel, ... More about BMW X5 2015 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.95 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | no data | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.78 m | 1.76 m | |
| Trunk capacity: | 615 litres | 650 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1886 litres | 1870 litres | |
| Volvo XC90 has 35 litres less trunk space than the BMW X5. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volvo XC90 (by 16 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 12.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`755 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 22 400 | 22 400 | |
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