2005 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
