2008 Acura RL vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |