2005 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Fit 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Honda Honda
Model Fit CR-V
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 58 L


 

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