2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo S80.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-V | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
