2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 2 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 548 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Taurus X | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
