2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S40 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 184 kg more than 2011 Volvo S40.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo S40. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40. 2011 Volvo S40 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. 2011 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
