2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler 300 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
Model | 300 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |