2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Blackhawk | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2776 mm |
