2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP) has 324 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 581 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60. 2012 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari 612 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 612 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
