2008 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki SX4 and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki SX4 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SX4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
