1997 Honda CRX vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
