2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Volvo S60 and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo C70 (339 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volvo S60 | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | S60 | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1661 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |