2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |