2006 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LS | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LS | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
