2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Volvo S60 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Volvo Mercedes-Benz
Model S60 SL
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Height 1483 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 2776 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 80 L


 

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