2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 224 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2774 mm |
