2011 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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, 2011 Volvo S80 (270 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo S80 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 40 L |
