2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | XC60 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |