2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 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 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 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.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S80. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2005 Volvo S80 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. 2005 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |