2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S60 weights approximately 462 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Jazz | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 989 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
