2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 118 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 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2000 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2000 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Volvo | Subaru |
| Model | S60 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
