2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 142 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 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 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
