2006 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,345 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volvo V50 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | V50 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |