1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 70 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2005 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Maxima | CR-V |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |