2012 Chevrolet Orlando vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Orlando would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 404 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-Z. (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Orlando | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4652 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1633 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2435 mm |
