2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo C70 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-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, 2002 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda HR-V | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | HR-V | C70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
