2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Scion xB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Scion xB would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2003 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Scion xB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Volvo | Scion |
| Model | XC60 | xB |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1934 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
