2006 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 BMW 130 and 2006 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 130. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
