2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo S60 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S60 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 347 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2198 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |