2007 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Ridgeline | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
