1997 Rover 800 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1997 Rover 800.
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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 800 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 800 | S60 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |