2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Jazz | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
