2007 Acura RL vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Acura | Volvo |
Model | RL | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 68 L |