2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
Make Honda Porsche
Model CR-V Carrera GT
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 5731 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 604 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 98 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 17.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L


 

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