2000 Honda Life vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 823 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | S60 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |