2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 400 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1404 mm |