2004 Toyota Prius vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Toyota Prius and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Toyota Prius. 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Prius. 2004 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2004 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2004 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Prius | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Prius | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
