2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1036 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover LR3 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | LR3 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
