2003 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz V | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | V | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
