2006 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 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, 2000 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2000 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2520 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
