2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 92 kg more than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Altima. 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, 2012 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |