2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2007 Volvo V70

To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 386 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo V70. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Pilot 2007 Volvo V70
Make Honda Volvo
Model Pilot V70
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2435 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 343 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1569 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 70 L


 

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