1998 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (207 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
