2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 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 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | CR-V | XC70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |