2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S80 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2008 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. 2008 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |