2009 Volvo S60 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S60 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S60 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S60 | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
