2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4771 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
