2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Tundra | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 426 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2720 mm |