2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-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) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 501 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Multivan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 23.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |