2012 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Ford Lynx
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Ford Lynx. 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, 2012 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda CR-V | 2005 Ford Lynx | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1645 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
