2007 Honda Element vs. 2010 Volvo S60
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2010 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2010 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Element | S60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |