2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 9 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |