2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 22 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 132 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
