2006 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (206 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 75 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 206 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |