2002 Volvo XC90 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (268 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 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, 2002 Volvo XC90 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volvo XC90 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | XC90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
