2012 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, both 2012 Honda CR-V and 2012 Honda CR-Z were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 62 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda CR-V weights approximately 287 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z. 2012 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda CR-Z has manual transmission. 2012 Honda CR-Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Honda CR-V | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | CR-V | CR-Z |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4079 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2436 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |