2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo XC60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo XC60 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1443 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
