2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S60. 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | S60 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |