2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70

To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC70. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70. 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 2011 Volvo XC70. 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC70.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volvo XC60 2011 Volvo XC70
Make Volvo Volvo
Model XC60 XC70
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1893 kg 1808 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4839 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1862 mm
Vehicle Height 1712 mm 1603 mm
Wheelbase Size 2774 mm 2814 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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