2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 2012 Toyota Prius V. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Volvo | Toyota |
Model | XC60 | Prius V |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |