1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Malibu | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1604 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |