2002 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
