1998 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CRX | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
