2002 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 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, 2008 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream. 2008 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Stream | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Stream | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
