2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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, 2008 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera 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 | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
