2005 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 6 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V70 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
