2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 437 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.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 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, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |