2006 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |