2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 102 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2776 mm |
