2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Prius 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1950 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Prius | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Prius | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |