2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2004 Honda CR-V and 2004 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2004 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
