2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2393 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
