2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 129 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 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S60 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
