2003 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |