2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 11 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 281 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo S60 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Volvo | Aston Martin |
| Model | S60 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
