2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60.
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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Five Hundred | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Five Hundred | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |