2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 812 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
