2002 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 10 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 (238 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 681 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4808 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |