2004 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |