2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2006 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (139 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Volvo V50. 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 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V50. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo V50 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Volvo | Volvo |
Model | V50 | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |