2005 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |