2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Defender | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |