2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Premier vs. 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Platinum

To start off, both 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Premier and 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Platinum were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Premier and 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Platinum are equipped with a 3,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 237 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Premier 2013 Volvo XC60 3.2 Platinum
Make Volvo Volvo
Model XC60 XC60
Year Released 2013 2013
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3200 cc 3200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 6 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 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 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1791 kg 1791 kg
Vehicle Length 4627 mm 4627 mm
Vehicle Width 1891 mm 1891 mm
Vehicle Height 1713 mm 1713 mm
Wheelbase Size 2774 mm 2774 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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