2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | GTI |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |