2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
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 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |