1996 Honda CRX vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (246 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (330 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
