2004 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |