1999 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Volvo S40
To start off, 2000 Volvo S40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S40 (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S40 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 2000 Volvo S40 (298 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2000 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |