2006 Honda Element vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 336 kg more than 1998 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
