2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2013 BMW X6

To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 477 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.

Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volvo XC60 2013 BMW X6
Make Volvo BMW
Model XC60 X6
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 610 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1893 kg 2370 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4877 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 2195 mm
Vehicle Height 1712 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2774 mm 2933 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 15.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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