2009 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC60 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 334 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Civic | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
