2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
