2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 757 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda CR-V 2002 Smart ForTwo
Make Honda Smart
Model CR-V ForTwo
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1996 cc 696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 66.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 67 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 165 km/hour 135 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1562 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.7 L/100km 4.7 L/100km


 

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