2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2009 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | CR-V | 993 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |