2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90.
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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | XC90 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
