2003 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Fit | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |