2006 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2011 Volvo V50 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. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
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 | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |