2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
