2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 2007 Volvo C30 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | C30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
