2007 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2774 mm |