1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,850 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V40. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V40. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V40 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 158 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |