2005 Toyota Highlander vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Highlander | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Highlander | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
