2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
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 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V. 2011 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | CR-V | T5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |