1998 Honda Passport vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (207 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Passport | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
