1998 Honda Life vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | XC60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2774 mm |