2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 239 kg more than 2013 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Odyssey | C70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
