2011 Volvo XC60 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC60 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | XC60 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
