2007 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
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 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
