2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Jazz | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Jazz | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |