2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |