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 (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (208 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm). 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
