2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 239 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.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |