2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 588 kg more than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |