2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Pilot | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |