2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2004 Honda HR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 578 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2004 Honda HR-V
Make Honda Honda
Model CR-V HR-V
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 1672 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.1 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 73 L


 

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