2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volvo S40
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 S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 83 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | S40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1339 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |