The Comparative Analysis :
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD Geartronic (7-seater) (06 - 10) vs. BMW X5 xDrive35i Automatic (10 - 13)
€ 47,600

€ 56,000

€ 47,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 56,000
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Volvo XC90 3.2 is 2 inches shorter, 1.4 inches narrower and 0.3 inches taller than the BMW X5 xDrive35i.
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
70.2
74.7
83.1
69.9
76.1
86.5
74.7 in
Width
76.1 in
83.1 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
86.5 in
70.2 in
Height
69.9 in
112.5
189.3
115.5
191.2
189.3 in
Length
191.2 in
112.5 in
Wheelbase
115.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
4685 lb
Curb Weight
4729 lb
6085 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
6063 lb

Weight Difference:
44 lb
0.93 %

General
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
C
Generation
E70
Sport Utility Vehicle
Car Body Style
Sport Utility Vehicle
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded

On-demand four-wheel drive (4WD) with automatic engagement
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)

6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
8-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Series
BMW N55
B6324S
Engine Code
N55-B30

4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3.2 L / 157 cu in
Displacement
3 L / 147 cu in
235 hp
at 6200 rpm
Power
302 hp
at 5800 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
235 hp
302 hp
BMW X5 xDrive35i
236 lb‑ft
at 3200 rpm
Max. Torque
295 lb‑ft
at 1200 rpm
Volvo XC90 3.2
236 lb‑ft
295 lb‑ft
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Performance
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
130 mph
Maximum Speed
146 mph
9.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
433 ft
0.000 sec

Volvo XC90 3.2
62 mph
62
mph
mph
308 ft
0.000 sec

BMW X5 xDrive35i
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19.94 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
15.66 lb/hp
Volvo XC90 3.2
19.94 lb/hp
15.66 lb/hp
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Fuel Economy
19 mpg
combined
23 mpg
Volvo XC90 3.2
19 mpg
23 mpg
BMW X5 xDrive35i
14 mpg
city
18 mpg
26 mpg
highway
No data
21.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.5 gal
411 mi
Range
523 mi
Volvo XC90 3.2
411 mi
523 mi
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Environmental Impact
229.2 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
191.4 kWh
Volvo XC90 3.2
229.2 kWh
191.4 kWh
BMW X5 xDrive35i
Euro 4 III
Emission Standard
Euro 5
465 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
380 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Volvo XC90 3.2
BMW X5 xDrive35i
5
Doors
5
7
No. of Seats
5
1400 lb
Maximum Payload
1334 lb
7.1 cu ft
Trunk Volume
17.6 cu ft











52 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
49.6 cu ft