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TalonVelocity
04-07-2003, 01:08 AM
hes trying to decide bwtween a Volvo s60 and an Audi TT Quattro, which should I try to get him to buy? :P
T5_X
04-07-2003, 01:29 AM
WTF?? Those are VERY different vehicles. It's all in what is important to him and what he wants. Shouldn't be a hard choice. Since everything else in the TT's class (S2K, Z3, boxster etc) is much better I say he consider something else in it. Though the TT would make a better year round vehicle.

The S60 is built for much more than sportiness.

What model of S60 BTW?
max_boost
04-07-2003, 01:55 AM
Holy shit, either a sports coupe.convertible or a sedan? Interesting.....quite the far end of the spectrum.....Hell I take the TT
Stratus_Power
04-07-2003, 02:18 AM
isay TT
Glowrider
04-07-2003, 08:12 AM
I don't like either car. But I HATE Audi TT's. I'd go for the Volvo.
B17a
04-07-2003, 08:18 AM
There's an S60R out now, I think its 300hp, AWD, same trim as the regular S60 but bigger cajones!!
hjr
04-07-2003, 08:41 AM
For my money, the S60 R is way cooler.
hjr
04-07-2003, 08:42 AM
And the R is not really priced any higher than the TT.
B17a
04-07-2003, 08:44 AM
Originally posted by hjr
And the R is not really priced any higher than the TT.

I think it comes in around 60 large. The R that is. I'm not a fan of the TT. The one I sat in at the car show, unless you're no taller than 5'6", it's too small.
T5_X
04-07-2003, 09:54 AM
The TT is all show. If the S60R is chosen it will not disappoint.


There's an S60R out now, I think its 300hp, AWD, same trim as the regular S60 but bigger cajones!!

Yup, and an optional 6 speed manual!


If I had over 60 grand to spend on ANY new car, the S60R would be my first choice, no questions asked.

http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/misc/volvo_s60r2.jpg
http://www.fantasycars.com/sedans/misc/volvo_s60r.jpg
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04-07-2003, 10:04 AM
I'd go for TT...you're dad will like it if hes into those kinda cars.
Hakkola
04-07-2003, 10:17 AM
S60, even a T5, it's very smooth, almost bought one a couple years ago but too much torque steer, I think it's been fixed. I had the T5 268hp version for a weekend, I loved it. Very nice on roads like crowchild, I went 200km by accident, it was quick, and you really didn't feel like you were going 200. If my mom doesn't buy another Mercedes this year she'll probably get an S60 or S80. The S60R would be sweet, I couldn't even imagine the speed in that thing. Ohh, good sound systems too :)

IMO, the TT is a terrible car, I'd rather have an A4 or A6. are you sure your dad isn't thinking of a C70? A girl in my highschool a couple years ago had a choice b/w the TT and C70 and she got the volvo.
T5_X
04-07-2003, 11:09 AM
Originally posted by Hakkola
I had the T5 268hp version for a weekend.

The T5 S60 is 247 HP, the T6 S80 is 268 HP


The C70 'vert may be a nice choice for your dad. Granted, its not AWD, but it has an EXTREMELY well tuned and upgraded S70 chassis. Very underrated cars, I'd love a T5 C70! much more practical than the TT too.
Hakkola
04-07-2003, 12:21 PM
Originally posted by Ranger_X31
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The T5 S60 is 247 HP, the T6 S80 is 268 HP
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LoL, I thought that might be the case, but it was a very impressive 247hp, you know the torque rating?
tommy1223
04-07-2003, 01:13 PM
I'd go for the S60 for sure...it's fast, wont cripple in a wreck, classy roomy, and a smooth ride... it's worth the price tag....
Glowrider
04-07-2003, 01:18 PM
The S60R has failed to remain competitive with the M5 and RS6. Lame attempt at a sport sedan, IMO.
B17a
04-07-2003, 01:21 PM
Originally posted by Glowrider
The S60R has failed to remain competitive with the M5 and RS6. Lame attempt at a sport sedan, IMO.

It's half the price! Tough to compare, I think it's more in the catagory of 540/535 and A6, both of which are still more expensive. Lame attempt? I think that's a bit harsh.:dunno:
hjr
04-07-2003, 01:21 PM
Originally posted by Glowrider
The S60R has failed to remain competitive with the M5 and RS6. Lame attempt at a sport sedan, IMO.

they are not even in the same category. the cars mentioned above list for almost double the price of the S60R. In that respect, its a really good attempt at a sport sedan IMO.
hjr
04-07-2003, 01:24 PM
S60R $58 995
M5 $105 500
S6 $89 995 (RS6 not available in Canada)
T5_X
04-07-2003, 05:41 PM
Originally posted by Glowrider
The S60R has failed to remain competitive with the M5 and RS6. Lame attempt at a sport sedan, IMO.

:rolleyes:

Hakk, the T5 has 243 Tq, the T6 has 280, but keep in mind all the current generation volvo engines are undersquared, so they reach thier peak torque levels low. The 2.4 LPT (engine in my parent's XC70) now hits its peak torque at 1500 RPM! The T5 hits it at 2400 RPM, and the T6 at 1800 I believe.