1998 Honda CRX vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Honda CRX. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda CRX | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CRX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |