2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. 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 1998 Volvo V40. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |