2003 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-V (184 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
