2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Fortuner | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
