2010 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | X670 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |