2006 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (236 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volvo S70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1997 Volvo S70 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |