2011 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Camaro | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 426 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4836 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1918 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2852 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |