2008 Volvo V70 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | V70 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.8 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 | 1609 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
