2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |