2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
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 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |