2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
