2001 Nissan Moco vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 1 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Moco | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
