2002 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 312 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Cavalier | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
