2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
Model | XC60 | Passat |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |