2003 Honda Life vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 819 kg more than 2003 Honda Life.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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 S60 (3,200 Nm) has 3143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Life | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Life | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 3200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
