2011 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Safari would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 151 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
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 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2011 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S60 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Volvo | Tata |
| Model | S60 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |
