2004 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
