2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S and 2002 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 684 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
