2012 Volvo C70 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-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, 2012 Volvo C70 (320 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo C70 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Volvo | Honda |
Model | C70 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |