2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1999 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Almera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
