2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.
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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | S60 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
