2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volvo C70. 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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 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 2009 Volvo C70 has manual transmission. 2009 Volvo C70 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 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | C70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 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 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |