2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 199 kg more than 2012 Volvo C30.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |