2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3000 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4200 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 | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2835 mm |