2002 Honda Acty vs. 2002 Volvo C70

To start off, both 2002 Honda Acty and 2002 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty. 2002 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Acty has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Acty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Acty 2002 Volvo C70
Make Honda Volvo
Model Acty C70
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 660 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 230 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1400 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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