2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 503 kg more than 2001 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
