2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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. Both 2007 Volkswagen Passat and 2006 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Volvo |
| Model | Passat | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1500 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
