2003 Honda That vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda That would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2003 Honda That.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo V50 (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda That. 2003 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda That | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | That | V50 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |