Volvo V60 2018 vs Volkswagen Passat 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds | |
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Volvo V60 is more dynamic to drive. Volvo V60 engine produces 40 HP more power than Volkswagen Passat, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Volkswagen Passat. Thanks to more power Volvo V60 reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km | 6.2 l/100km | |
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The Volkswagen Passat is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Volvo V60 consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat, which means that by driving the Volvo V60 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Volvo V60 consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Passat. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1220 km in combined cycle | 1400 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 1060 km with real consumption | ||
| Volkswagen Passat gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 128 mm (5 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Passat can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Passat version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from three 4x4 versions of Volkswagen Passat 2014 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
| Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine: The Volvo D4204T14 is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder diesel from the VEA engine family, equipped with a twin-turbo setup and producing around 190 hp. It is a modern and efficient engine designed for good fuel economy and strong performance. When properly maintained, it can reach roughly ... More about Volvo V60 2018 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.77 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.48 m | |
| Volvo V60 and Volkswagen Passat are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 529 litres | 650 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1364 litres | 1780 litres | |
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Volkswagen Passat has more luggage space. Volvo V60 has 121 litres less trunk space than the Volkswagen Passat. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Volkswagen Passat (by 416 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo V60 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Passat. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`260 kg | 2`130 kg | |
| Safety: | |||
| Volvo V60 scores higher in safety tests. | |||
| Quality: | average | low | |
| Volvo V60 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volkswagen Passat has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Volvo V60, so Volvo V60 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 22 600 | 13 200 | |
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