2005 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Because 2007 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |