2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 444 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | CR-V | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |