2000 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S80 would be higher. Both 2000 Volvo S80 and 2006 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2000 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (240 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S80. (230 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo S80 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
