2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V70 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2009 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S2000 | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |