2010 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord. 2011 Volvo S40 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. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Accord | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | S40 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |