2012 Volvo XC70 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC70.
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 XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC70 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Volvo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XC70 | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1517 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
