2008 Honda Element vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (407 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element. 2008 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo S60 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo S60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
