2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda CR-V | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |