2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | C70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |