2009 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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 XC60 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 XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 344 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |