2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Volvo C70 is newer by 4 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 444 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, 2008 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |