2004 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Jetta | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
