2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo XC60 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | XC60 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
