2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Honda CR-V and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |