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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V70 weights approximately 453 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V70.
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 | 3471 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |