2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 11 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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 S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S60 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
