2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 113 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 47 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Microbus | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
