2000 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 496 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 2009 Honda CR-V
Make Honda Honda
Model Civic CR-V
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 2353 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 124 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2630 mm


 

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