2001 Acura TL vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 38 kg more than 2001 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | TL | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2776 mm |