2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 74 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Volvo | Ford |
| Model | S60 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
