2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda CR-Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda CR-Z would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2012 Volvo S60 (240 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2011 Honda CR-Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-Z | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | CR-Z | S60 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1864 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
