1995 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC60 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2774 mm |