2006 Ford Fusion vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 1087 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fusion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Fusion | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |