2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Maxima (222 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Maxima. (293 Nm). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Maxima. 2001 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2006 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
