2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 84 L |
