2012 Land Rover LR4 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Land Rover LR4 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volvo |
| Model | LR4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 508 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2548 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1882 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
