2008 Honda Element vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Element | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |