2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 292 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | CR-V | SST |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |