2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Morgan | Volvo |
Model | Plus 8 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |