2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1786 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
