2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 68 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 S60, 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | NSX | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |