2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 597 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |