2001 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Legend | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Legend | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
