1997 Honda CRX vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 10 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda CRX | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CRX | Frontier |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |