2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace

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 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda CR-V 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Honda Toyota
Model CR-V Hi-Ace
Year Released 2008 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2444 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1960 mm