2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Tiguan | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
