2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Volvo S40.
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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S40 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S40 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
