2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Honda Insight

To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda CR-V 2013 Honda Insight
Make Honda Honda
Model CR-V Insight
Year Released 2007 2013
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.8 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4377 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 40 L