2000 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (151 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Passat | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
