2003 Subaru B vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru B | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | B | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2774 mm |
