2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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. Both 2011 Honda CR-Z and 2010 Honda Fit are equipped with a 1,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 59 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-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Honda CR-Z 2010 Honda Fit
Make Honda Honda
Model CR-Z Fit
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1500 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1000 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1202 kg 1143 kg
Vehicle Length 4079 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1694 mm
Wheelbase Size 2436 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 40 L


 

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