2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
