2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 376 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.
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, 2007 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
