2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 363 kg more than 2010 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2256 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |