2005 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (161 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 161 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 4.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |