2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |