2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | SL | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |