2010 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 421 kg more than 2011 Volvo S80. 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Odyssey | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5133 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1778 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
