2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S80.
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 (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | S80 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
