2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 768 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Today |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
