2008 Honda Element vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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 S80 (270 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
