2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (166 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Forester | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
