2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V.
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 V70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2008 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | HR-V | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
