2009 Volvo S60 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S60. (258 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S60.
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, 2009 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2009 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S60 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S60 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
