2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, 2006 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 738 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C70 (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo C70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Vamos | C70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |
