2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Volkswagen Golf 2010 Volvo XC60
Make Volkswagen Volvo
Model Golf XC60
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 281 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1321 kg 1893 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 6.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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