2001 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Aceca | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
