2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Taurus | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
