2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 4 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 56 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1404 mm |