2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 566 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. 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 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (311 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Routan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 311 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |