2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 835 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 (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
Model | Range Rover | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |