2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 911 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Navara | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
