2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo XC90 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | XC90 | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4808 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |