2009 Volvo S80 vs. 2000 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2000 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S80 | 2000 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
