2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Highlander | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |