2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (230 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |