2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 279 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
