2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 758 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 2009 Fiat 500. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 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. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | CR-V | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
