Honda CR-V (2009) vs. smart fortwo (2008) Specs

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2009 Honda CR-V and 2008 smart fortwo Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
Model	Honda CR-V	smart fortwo
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.1 in	73.5 in	29.6 in
Length	177.9 in	106.1 in	71.8 in
Width	71.6 in	61.4 in	10.2 in
Height	61.6 in	60.7 in	0.9 in
Curb Weight	3389 lb.	1808 lb.	1581 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.3 gal.	8.7 gal.	6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.9 in	39.7 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.9 in	48.0 in	8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.9 in	45.4 in	10.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.3 in	41.2 in	0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.6 in	0.0 in	38.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.0 in	0.0 in	56 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.6 in	0.0 in	54.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	0.0 in	38.5 in
Total Legroom	79.8 in (over 2 rows)	41.2 in (over 1 rows)	38.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	35.7 ft³	12.0 ft³	23.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.9 ft³	12.0 ft³	60.9 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda CR-V

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 smart fortwo

2008 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	comfortable driving position. see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Roomy, sits high see full smart fortwo review
2009	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	firm and supportive as needed, minimal seat fatigue on long drives see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	plenty of room for two adults see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Makes you feel as though you are riding in a full size car. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	bigger than it looks, no aches and pains even after a long drive see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	With a bad back it is very easy to get into and out of the car. Very roomy when compared to other vehicles in the same class, whether two or four passenger. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Have driven on a number of 350 mile trips each way on the Interstae and found the ride comfortable. Around town it holds its own, except on very rough roads. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Me and hubby are big people both over 6 ft tall and we are both comfortable in the seats. I actually have to move the seat forward to reach pedals. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Lots of room see full smart fortwo review

2008 smart fortwo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	2dr Convertible 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. Fortwo mean for 2 people. No surprises. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	there are no rear seats see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Ah, there is no rear seat? see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Does not exist see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat. This is okay with me. But for someone looking for a family vehicle this could be a downside. I mostly see it as an excuse to not have to cart others around. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	Well there is no rear seat to start with. But this could have been a better designed flip down tray design for groceries and other items. see full smart fortwo review
2008	2dr Hatch 70-horsepower 1.0L I3 5-speed automated manual RWD	There is no rear seat see full smart fortwo review

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