2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |