2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Almera. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 563 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Almera 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 | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Almera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
