2006 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S80 | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4414 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5950 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
