2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 413 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Jazz | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Jazz | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |