2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo S60. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volvo S60 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S60 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |