2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |