2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Volvo S60.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fusion | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fusion | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |