2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
