1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1997 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Donkervoort D8. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 1997 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 1997 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2797 mm |
