2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dacia | Honda |
| Model | Sandero | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| 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 | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
