1998 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Primera weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
