2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2435 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
