2008 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 71 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.
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 V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |