2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda FR-V | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | FR-V | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |