2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Honda Inspire
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire 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 450 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. 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, 2003 Honda Inspire (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Inspire 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 | 2003 Honda Inspire | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | CR-V | Inspire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
