Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 161 lb-ft@4200 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 98.0 in | 5.1 in |
Length | 177.9 in | 160.1 in | 17.8 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 66.8 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 61.6 in | 58.0 in | 3.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3389 lb. | 2587 lb. | 802 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 52.7 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 50.6 in | 5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.2 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 49.0 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 49.2 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 31.2 in | 7.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.9 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | 46.9 ft3 |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The caravan style arm rests are ugly but extremely comfortable. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable to enter and exit. Very comfortable to sit in for long trips. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Looking for familly smallish SUV and our other option was a RAV-4, the CR-V felt like it had better hip and leg room in the rear. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough, but materials feel cheap. Bench is very thin and hard on long trip. Good leg room, but overall not as nicely done as the VW Tiguan. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seats need another couple of inches of depth to provide anyone over six feet tall with proper thigh support. A little on the firm side after a couple of hours. Could also be improved with better lateral support. Not a deal breaker unless you expect a Volvo type lounger. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
In typical Japanese Small Car fashion, the front seats have very little thigh support for a 5ft 10inch person. The back support and position can be quite painful over 500 or more miles. This marred the ownership experience see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Headrest could not be adjusted comfortably. see full Honda CR-V review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |