2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 290 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Audi |
| Model | S60 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
