2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | CR-V | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
