2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2485 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
