2011 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2011 Suzuki SX4 and 2011 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
Model | SX4 | S60 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 156 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1605 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |