2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | CL | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
