2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. 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 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | Aero 8 | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |