2001 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda CR-V | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S40 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1745 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
