2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport (282 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Trans Sport | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
