2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |