2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz G and 2007 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 749 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
Model | G | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2255 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |