2008 Volvo S80 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volvo S80 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S80 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |