2000 Volvo S40 vs. 2000 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2000 Volvo S40 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Volvo S40.

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 S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Volvo S40 2000 Volvo S60
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S40 S60
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1946 cc 2433 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 90 mm
Top Speed 220 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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