2001 Subaru HM-01 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (45 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru HM-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru HM-01 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Subaru HM-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru HM-01 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | HM-01 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2720 mm |
