2006 Ford Maverick vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Ford Maverick 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 104 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2006 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
