2009 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2009 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Highlander | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3311 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |