2009 Honda Insight vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 Honda Insight and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Insight | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |