2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Volvo | Kia |
| Model | S60 | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
