2011 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC90. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC90.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo XC90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC90. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | 2013 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Touareg | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2137 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1941 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2893 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
