1997 Honda Today vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Today | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Today | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |