2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (160 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | New Beetle | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
