2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 976 kg more than 1996 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Armada | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
