2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 630 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 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2012 Volvo S80 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. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |