2000 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 164 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S60 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | S60 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
