2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2002 Volvo V70

To start off, both 2002 Volvo S60 and 2002 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 263 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 V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 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 V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Volvo S60 2002 Volvo V70
Make Volvo Volvo
Model S60 V70
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2401 cc 2434 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1950 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.2 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 8.5:1
Top Speed 195 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.9 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1733 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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