2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 309 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
