2000 Honda J-VX vs. 2000 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2000 Honda J-VX and 2000 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (136 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Honda J-VX. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda J-VX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 Honda J-VX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Volvo S60 (270 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda J-VX. (144 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda J-VX.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda J-VX 2000 Volvo S60
Make Honda Volvo
Model J-VX S60
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 999 cc 2401 cc
Horse Power 104 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 270 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 1509 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2800 mm


 

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