2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Volvo S60

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 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 38 kg more than 2006 Volvo S60.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S60. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda CR-V 2006 Volvo S60
Make Honda Volvo
Model CR-V S60
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 341 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 187 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1608 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 70 L


 

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