1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 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), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | V50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |