1998 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | NSX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |