2011 Audi TT vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2011 Audi TT 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:
| 2011 Audi TT | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Audi | Volvo |
| Model | TT | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
