2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | CR-V | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 33 L |