2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
