2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (218 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S40. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Odyssey | S40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 57 L |
