2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 632 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2857 mm |
