2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (130 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 238 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. 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 (192 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | CR-V | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
