2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Smart ForFour

To start off, both 2005 Honda CR-V and 2005 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda CR-V 2005 Smart ForFour
Make Honda Smart
Model CR-V ForFour
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 975 kg
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 47 L