2010 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 246 kg more than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | XC90 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4807 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1936 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |