2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 4 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 85 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CR-V | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
