2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 641 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Toyota | Volvo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 2520 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 141 L | 70 L |
