2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Honda CR-V and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80. 2006 Volvo S80 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. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
