2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Proton Gen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Proton Gen would be higher. At 2,204 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2007 Proton Gen has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Proton Gen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | CR-V | Gen |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
