2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 497 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
