2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 5 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford GT 500. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (407 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | GT 500 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
