2002 Honda Vamos 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 Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos 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 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 610 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, 2007 Volvo S60, 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Vamos | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
