2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 493 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | SL | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
