2002 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 7 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 3,191 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 735 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (320 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S80 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
