2000 Ford e-Ka vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2000 Ford e-Ka and 2000 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2000 Ford e-Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (190 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford e-Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford e-Ka | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | e-Ka | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1476 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
