2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C30 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Volvo C30 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | C30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |