2005 Subaru Traviq 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 Traviq. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Traviq 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 176 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Traviq | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
