2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 4 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Volvo | Ford |
Model | S60 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |