2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Volvo S40.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S40. 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 Volvo S40 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Volvo S40 has manual transmission. 2008 Volvo S40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2435 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
