2006 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Range Rover.
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, both vehicles can yield 441 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Range Rover | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
