2002 Honda City vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 597 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | City | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |