2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 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 2008 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo C30 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 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
