2001 Honda Life vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1103 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.
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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | XC60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2774 mm |