2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 9 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2002 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster 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 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Volvo | Renault |
| Model | S60 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2673 mm |
