2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | CR-V | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |