2007 Volvo XC70 vs. 2000 Honda Life
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 877 kg more than 2000 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo XC70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo XC70 | 2000 Honda Life | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | XC70 | Life |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1667 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |