2001 Ford EX vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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 810 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford EX | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | EX | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 567 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |