2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |