2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | S | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
