2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1999 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1999 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
