2011 Volkswagen T5 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC90 (185 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen T5 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | T5 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
