2004 Volvo S60 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, both 2004 Volvo S60 and 2004 Honda Life were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 776 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (330 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volvo S60 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S60 | Life |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 58 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |