1999 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1360 kg more than 1999 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Donkervoort D8 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Donkervoort D8 | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Honda |
| Model | D8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
