2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V70 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, 2004 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2004 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
