2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |