2007 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Volvo S80. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 191 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 (286 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (270 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 286 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |