2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 92 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 2009 Fiat 500. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | CR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
