2006 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2006 Lexus SC and 2006 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (283 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Volvo XC70. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 137 kg more than 2006 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 Lexus SC (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus SC | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Lexus | Volvo |
Model | SC | XC70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |