2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | ForTwo | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 58 L |
