2004 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 BMW M6 and 2004 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M6 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |