1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 169 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |
