2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Volvo | Suzuki |
| Model | S60 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
