2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Focus | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |