2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |