2004 Nissan Sentra vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (126 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 1996 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Sentra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
