2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2000 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | 500 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
