2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 304 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |