1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S-MX | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |