2001 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2001 Honda Accord and 2001 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (268 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Volvo S80 (380 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
