2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
