2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Volvo S60.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
