2000 Saturn LW vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Saturn | Volvo |
| Model | LW | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
