2004 Volvo S80 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
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 S80 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo S80 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S80 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2524 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1616 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
