2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 269 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer 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 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | CR-V | Soarer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |