2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Volvo S60 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | S60 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |