1995 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 428 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1995 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1995 Holden Nova will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
