2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 614 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 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |