2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 381 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |