2008 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |