2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volvo XC60 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | XC60 | Insight |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |