2005 Volvo S80 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S80 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S80 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
