2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (295 HP) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (77 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 615 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
