2007 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo XC90 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | XC90 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
