2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Altima | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Altima | CR-V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |