2001 AC Aceca vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2001 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2001 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
Make | AC | Volvo |
Model | Aceca | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 67 L |