2009 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Fit 2006 Volvo V70
Make Honda Volvo
Model Fit V70
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1646 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 70 L


 

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