1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Intrepid | S60 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |