1997 Nissan Trailrunner vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Trailrunner | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |