1999 Nissan Sentra vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 558 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (220 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 2002 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Sentra | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sentra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
