2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1365 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volvo XC90 | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | XC90 | Life |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |