2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 27 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
