2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2000 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | CR-V | Lantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
