2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Volvo C70. (160 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | C70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |