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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 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 Volvo S60 weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (510 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). 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 | 2987 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
