2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 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 15 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 482 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2008 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |