2009 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 435 kg more than 2013 Volvo X670.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Routan | X670 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3796 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
