2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (157 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z 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 497 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
