2000 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo V40
To start off, 2005 Volvo V40 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V40 (108 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V40 weights approximately 155 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, 2005 Volvo V40 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2005 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
