2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
Model | Golf | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |