2007 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2007 Honda Civic and 2007 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (205 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. 2007 Volvo S80 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 S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S80 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |