2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V and 2008 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Volvo V70 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |