2012 Lexus LFA vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus LFA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus LFA would be higher. At 4,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LFA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lexus LFA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60. 2012 Lexus LFA has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LFA will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Lexus LFA | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | LFA | XC60 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 552 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 479 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1219 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2606 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |