2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 389 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Sandero | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
