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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (220 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 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 737 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) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm). 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 | 3196 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 331 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |