1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 299 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | XC60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2774 mm |