2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S60 | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Volvo | Pontiac |
Model | S60 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |