2006 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 252 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
