2012 Volvo S60 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, both 2012 Volvo S60 and 2012 Chevrolet Sonic were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (3,200 Nm) has 3031 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Sonic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo S60 | 2012 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Volvo | Chevrolet |
| Model | S60 | Sonic |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 3200 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 46 L |
