2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
