2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC70 would be higher. Both 2011 Volvo XC60 and 2010 Volvo XC70 are equipped with a 3,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC60.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo XC60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | XC60 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
