2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 769 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 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 156 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |