2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 12 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 70 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 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S60 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
