2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |