2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | 300 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
