1999 Honda City vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 521 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda City | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | City | CR-V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |