2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (187 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V.
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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
