Volvo XC60 2017 vs Toyota RAV4 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 249 HP | 176 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 233 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Volvo XC60 engine produces 73 HP more power than Toyota RAV4, whereas torque is 117 NM more than Toyota RAV4. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 60 litres | |
| 640 km with real consumption | 640 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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Volvo XC60 has 4x4: This Volvo has Haldex Generation V proactive automatic four-wheel drive. It analyzes input from the ABS and engine control units and can increase pressure on the multi-disc clutch for faster application when needed. During normal driving, the torque split is 100% to the front and no torque to the rear. If wheel spin is detected, torque can be split evenly between the axles (50% to 50%). | |||
| Ground clearance: | 216 mm (8.5 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo XC60 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo V60, Volvo S90 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota Camry, Lexus ES | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Toyota RAV4 2016 2.5 engine: The 2.5-liter 2AR-FE engine replaced the earlier 2.4-liter AZ series and is widely regarded as a highly reliable, long-lasting engine, often referred to as a "million-kms" motor. However, it requires ... More about Toyota RAV4 2016 2.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.69 m | 4.66 m | |
| Width: | 2.00 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.70 m | |
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Volvo XC60 is larger, but lower. Volvo XC60 is 3 cm longer than the Toyota RAV4, 15 cm wider, while the height of Volvo XC60 is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | 1087 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1432 litres | 2078 litres | |
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Toyota RAV4 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo XC60 has 582 litres less trunk space than the Toyota RAV4. This could mean that the Volvo XC60 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Toyota RAV4 (by 646 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`470 | 2`053 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| Toyota RAV4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo XC60 has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Toyota RAV4, so Toyota RAV4 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 27 200 | 16 200 | |
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