2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2433 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
