2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Lancia Delta. 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Volvo | Lancia |
| Model | S60 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
