2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC90 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 577 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Accord | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 198 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4807 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2857 mm |
