2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Toyota RSC
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RSC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RSC would be higher. At 4,164 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota RSC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RSC (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RSC 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 594 kg more than 2001 Toyota RSC.
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, 2001 Toyota RSC (284 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota RSC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota RSC has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota RSC 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 | 2001 Toyota RSC | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | CR-V | RSC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
