2011 Lexus CT vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus CT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus CT | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | CT | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
