2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2002 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 V50 (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |