1997 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |