2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP) has 200 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang 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 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Mustang | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 530 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |