2005 Skoda Superb vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Skoda Superb and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Skoda Superb. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Superb. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Superb will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Superb | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Superb | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
