2010 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 668 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Lacetti | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
