2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 934 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 4671 cc |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 96 L |
