Honda Civic 2018 vs Volvo V40 2016
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 120 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 10.5 seconds | |
| Honda Civic and Volvo V40 have the same engine power, but Honda Civic torque is 20 NM more than Volvo V40. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 3.5 | 3.4 | |
| Honda Civic consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V40, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Honda Civic could require 15 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 46 litres | 40 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1310 km in combined cycle | 1170 km in combined cycle | |
| 1350 km on highway | 1250 km on highway | ||
| Honda Civic gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 125 mm (4.9 inches) | 144 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo V40 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volvo V40 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo V40 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Used also on Volvo V40 Cross Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.44 m | |
| Honda Civic is 26 cm longer than the Volvo V40, width is practically the same , while the height of Honda Civic is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 519 litres | 335 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1500 litres | |
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Honda Civic has more luggage capacity. Honda Civic has 184 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V40. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Honda Civic is 0.6 metres more than that of the Volvo V40, which means Honda Civic can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`800 kg | 1`920 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`314 kg | 1`457 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 486 kg | 463 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | above average | |
| Volvo V40 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Honda Civic has serious deffects in 45 percent more cases than Volvo V40, so Volvo V40 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 16 200 | 11 200 | |
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