1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Prizm | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
