2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
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 X-Trail (245 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
