2007 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (194 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota RAV4 | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | RAV4 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 194 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |