2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 160 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 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mercedes-Benz C 2006 Volvo S60
Make Mercedes-Benz Volvo
Model C S60
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2521 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 206 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 89 L 70 L


 

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