1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC90. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 2010 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | S2000 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
