2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 S60 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2011 Volvo S60 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 S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
