1997 Honda CRX vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 2001 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda CRX | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CRX | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
