2012 Volvo S80 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo S80 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | S80 | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 188 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |