2006 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S60 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| 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 | 207 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 | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1534 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
