2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Outback |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |