2006 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |