2006 BMW 120 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 120 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
