2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 609 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |
