2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2005 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda CR-V 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Honda Toyota
Model CR-V Avensis
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.1 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 180 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 9.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1681 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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