2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 413 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-V | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Fit |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
