2002 Honda Life vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (198 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Life | S80 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |