2005 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Camry | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Camry | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
