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


 

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