2004 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |