2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 513 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.
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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Volvo | Lexus |
Model | XC60 | GX |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |