2006 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40.
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, 1996 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |