2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,995 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
