2008 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, both 2008 Volvo S60 and 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 927 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Because 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo S60 | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Volvo | SSC |
| Model | S60 | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 1183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 1483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 437 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
