2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V70 (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Volvo V70.
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, 1998 Volvo V70 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 1998 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1998 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |