2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Pilot 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 23 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40. 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 2011 Volvo S40. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Pilot | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |