2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 636 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.
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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 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 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |