2004 Honda City vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (200 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | City | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |