1974 Citroen SM vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 112 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen SM | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | SM | CR-V |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1562 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 58 L |