2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 703 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 2700 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (500 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S60 | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S60 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 3200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
