2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V 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 44 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 116 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | Touran |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1453 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |