2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 961 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Vamos | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
