2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda HR-V 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Honda Honda
Model HR-V CR-V
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 119 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.3 seconds 13.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1317 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 58 L


 

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