2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 626 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda CR-V is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Smart ForFour | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | ForFour | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |