1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | S60 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |