2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2000 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2000 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2000 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
