2006 Volvo S40 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Volvo S40.
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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S40 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
