2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |