2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 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 475 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
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 | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |