2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (325 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | R | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2376 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
