2001 Honda Life vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 779 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | V70 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |