2009 Honda Element vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (542 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Element | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
