2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S60 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Volvo | Subaru |
Model | S60 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2520 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1534 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |