2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 193 kg more than 2012 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Cube. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Cube has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Cube 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 | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
