2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Steyr G-series (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Steyr G-series weights approximately 728 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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, 1999 Steyr G-series (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Steyr G-series 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 | 1999 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Honda | Steyr |
| Model | CR-V | G-series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
