2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Tata Mint

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 Tata Mint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Tata Mint 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Tata Mint. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Mint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Tata Mint. 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 2005 Tata Mint. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Mint. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Mint. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Mint has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Mint 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 2005 Tata Mint
Make Honda Tata
Model CR-V Mint
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1562 kg 852 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2410 mm


 

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