2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | XC60 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |