2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Element | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |