2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 193 kg more than 1997 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | Venture |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1810 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
