Both are 5 speeds with slightly different gear ratios. Both use a 4.7 final drive and an open front differential. The major difference between the two is the VSS. The CRV uses the low frequency, differential driven type found in the EP3 and the '02-'04 RSX. The Element uses the high frequency, third gear type found in the '05-'06 RSX and '06
That being said, for Honda to have returned to the Civic Type R with a car so far improved from the one before it is to be applauded. Let’s hope the progress continues over the next 15 years
You’ll need to source yourself an engine, whether it be any series of K-engines; K20A2, K20Z1, K20Z3; K24A1, K24Z1, etc. There are many variations and what vehicles they come out of. Honda Tuning has a great article documenting each and every K-series engine. The mill you see in the photo above is a K20A2 from an ’03 Acura RSX Type-S. ’03 Honda Civic Si Engine 2.0L K20A3 naturally aspirated 4-cylinder North America didn’t receive the EP3 Type-R version of this platform (or most other cool Hondas, for that matter) that

Genuine Honda Civic Type-R EP3 Battery Terminal Cover 2001-2005 (32418PND300) £ 15.07. Required - Please enter your vehicle details: Our expert Parts Advisors will check this product is suitable after your order is placed.

This is good news for all the 8th gen Civic owners who are pining for a swap. CHECK OUT: Swapping the Civic Type R Engine into an Older Chassis. The final test-fit is a 2001 Honda Civic, 7th generation, which Gillespie says is a stand-in for the RSX and EP3 since all three have very similar engine bays. LWJ5.
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