2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 418 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, 2011 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2011 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1514 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |