2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Pilot | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |