1998 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S40 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1369 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |