2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 267 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 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 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2835 mm |
