Two SUVs with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the powertrain, horsepower, fuel economy, model year, and starting price. First of all, the 2014 Volvo XC60 is priced $7,600 lower compared to the base MSRP of the 2016 BMW X3 Diesel, which is newer by two model years. Also, the 2014 XC60 has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2016 X3 Diesel gets 9.5 more mpg. Among similarities are the body structure, market segment, ground shadow size, height, and maximum occupancy.