2006 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo XC60. 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |