2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Altima | CR-V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |