2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 107 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Odyssey 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Honda Honda
Model Odyssey CR-V
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 2353 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1354 kg
Vehicle Length 5140 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 58 L


 

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