2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 412 kg more than 2001 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Xterra. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | Xterra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |