2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Note. 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Note |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1167 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |
