2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (167 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (225 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |