2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70.
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 XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | XC70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |