2001 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Fit | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |