2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR2 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volvo S60 | 2012 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Volvo | Land Rover |
Model | S60 | LR2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |