2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 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 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1467 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
