2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 599 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda CR-V 2006 Smart ForFour
Make Honda Smart
Model CR-V ForFour
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 193 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96.9 mm 75.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.2 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1569 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 47 L