2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II

To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 621 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.

Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda CR-V 1998 Nissan Terrano II
Make Honda Nissan
Model CR-V Terrano II
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 2389 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 164 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1129 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2660 mm


 

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