1998 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC90 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |