2001 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 109 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2774 mm |
