2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
