1998 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 2354 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |