2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2005 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda CR-V | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | V50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |