1998 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 409 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Corolla | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
