2005 Volvo S60 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo S60 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | S60 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2319 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
