2009 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2009 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S60 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Volvo | Volkswagen |
| Model | S60 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
