2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, 2004 Volvo V40 is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
