2011 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (217 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Accord | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Accord | XC70 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4935 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1847 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |