1996 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 580 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.
Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CRX | S60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |