2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Mustang | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
