2007 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (217 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 503 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC60 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |