2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |