2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Touareg | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |