2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 577 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Jazz | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Jazz | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1338 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |