2006 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 800 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 G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | G | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 68 L |
