1991 Honda CRX vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 594 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
