2006 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Outback | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Outback | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
