2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 249 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.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2003 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |